Dodgers release pitcher Dustin McGowan

by Brandon Wise | CBSSports.com

(2:37 pm ET) The Dodgers have decided to release pitcher Dustin McGowan, according to the L.A. Times. McGowan posted a 6.75 ERA in seven spring training appearances, adding six runs allowed on five hits.

McGowan was also due a $1 million roster bonus if he was on the major league roster for at least one day this season.

Dodgers' Dustin McGowan pitches back-to-back days

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(3/29/15) Dodgers pitcher Dustin McGowan threw 19 pitches in a minor-league game Sunday, and it was the first time this spring he has pitched on back-to-back days, MLB.com reports.

"Haven't felt this good since I was completely healthy -- a long time ago," McGowan said Sunday. "Knock on wood."

McGowan has dealt with shoulder issues throughout his career while also undergoing Tommy John surgery once. He's given up six runs in eight innings while competing for a bullpen role.

"I don't think he's comfortable yet," Mattingly said. "We've seen some good sliders, offspeed [pitches], but I don't think he feels as consistent, throwing the ball where he wants. It's spring training and a new organization factors with him. That makes the situation tougher to figure out."

McGowan will receive a $1 million bonus if he spends one day on the active roster this year, due to the terms of his contract. He is out of minor-league options and must clear waivers before being sent down.

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McGowan has primarily worked in relief the last two seasons for the Blue Jays after injuries derailed his career as a starter. Since the start of the 2013 season, McGowan is 5-3 with a 3.76 ERA and one save in 78 appearances (eight starts).

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A year ago with the Blue Jays, McGowan went 5-3 with a 4.17 ERA and one save. He made eight starts but was more effective as a reliever, holding batters to just a .215 average in 43 appearances out of the bullpen.

The Dodgers have not confirmed any agreement between the club and McGowan.

Report: Orioles interested in P Dustin McGowan

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(2/11/15) The Orioles are among several teams that have expressed interest in free-agent pitcher Dustin McGowan, reports the Baltimore Sun. McGowan, 32, went 5-3 with a 4.17 ERA and one save with the Blue Jays last season.

While he made eight starts, McGowan was better out of the bullpen, holding batters to a .215 average in 43 relief appearances. Orioles officials have said they'd like to add a reliever before spring training, the paper said.